2nd Sunday of Advent

Antiphons Advent-Christmas Second Sunday of Advent EA O people of Sion (79) CA Jerusalem, arise (147) Responsorial Psalm, Year A Psalm 71 (72):1–2. 7-8. 12-13. r. cf. 7 — In his days justice shall flourish and peace till the moon fails. Psalm 72 (L24) Also setting...

Psalm 104 (105)

Give thanks to the Lord, tell his name. Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, Year B The readings and psalm for Years B & C, except for the Gospel, are optional and were additions in the 2nd edition of the Lectionary Psalm 104 (105): 1–6. 8–9. R. v. 7. 8. — He,...

Psalm 88 (89)

I will sing for ever of your love, O Lord. The following settings use the same response melody and psalm tone. 4th Sunday of Advent, Year B December 24 Psalm 88 (89): 2–5. 25. 27. R cf. v. 2 —  I will sing for ever of your love, O Lord. Psalm 88 Advent 4. Year B (pdf)...

Helmsley Alleluia

This setting is based on the hymn tune Helmsley usually sung to Lo, he comes with clouds descending. It began when preparing for a small group where there would not be much time to rehearse. The readings suggested using Lo, he comes and I thought why not adapt as an...